Wow Wow Savannah.. I'm from Lebanon and by mistake i found out about Savannah , and till this moment I'm totally shocked by the beauty and by the magic of Savannah ..the Inner peace i felt after discovering Savannah gives you the feeling when your'e so glad and high and while i was watching the episodes i could find here on youtube, i had the feeling of living the real 1800 s era.... Bless Savannah Georgia !!! and one final word, Savannah People youre so rare.
Such a great city! We recently returned from vacationing there and it was so wonderful, we're already making plans to go back for the umpteenth time! The historic homes and buildings are breathtaking. We walk the streets (it's a great walking town), enjoy the outdoor cafes & restaurants, spend time in many of the shade covered squares, always meet so many genuinely friendly people, and we visit Savannah regularly. There's just nothing negative to say, it's wonderful and completely relaxing. Luckily, we live only a few hours drive away, so trips there are easy. May Savannah never lose it's current look and feel, there's no other place quite like it.
God Bless those women for having the guts to preserve not only the history in the south, but American History. Due to their tireless work I plan to visit Savannah & tour every inch. It is truly beautiful. Thank you ladies for preserving Savannah for Americans & the whole world to enjoy.
I stopped in Savanna on my way to Florida, I was so excited to see it, I was running all over the city taking pictures, I then forgot where I parked my car 😍 so I ran around some more, beautiful little town
I remember my mother going to protest the tearing down of the city market. I emphatically state that there is not credit enough to give to Walter Hartridge, a truly great preservationist who extended a hand of friendship and support to so many willing to put nose to grindstone to help preserve Savannah, including giving strong support to Jim Williams earliest efforts on Congress and St. Julian Streets.
Wonderful to see people I knew in my couple of years working for HSF in the early 70's, starting as an Armstrong summer intern hired to update the inventory map prior to the city ordinance--Beth Lattimore Reiter & Emma Adler. On the first day, the HSF Board toured the rundown historic William Scarbrough House which briefly served as the HQ of HSF after the Davenport House. At the time, the Ships of the Sea museum was on River Street & the beautiful Cruz Del Sur was docked nearby--providing a temporary home for blacksmith/sculptor Ivan Bailey. Such a short snippet of time to be involved but the knowledge & love instilled during that time remains with me still. Sincere thanks to all the people who played a part in making Savannah what it is today.
This narrative was inspired by a visit to Savannah in the late 60’s and a ride through the old residential portion of the original city. Savannah was the first “planned” city built in North America and was a beautiful place in its hay day. That portion has since been restored and returned to its original luster with all the parks neatly trimmed and manicured. Old Savannah I went down to Savannah Nearly forty years ago, And I left there with impressions, That still cause my mind to grow. We drove along the river, Saw the ships all anchored there, But there was an air of sadness for, Decay was everywhere. We beheld the signs of grandeur Read the plaques drawn on the past. Saw and touched corroded statues, That in bronze had long been cast. Lunched in a quaint old restaurant, Where the pirates used to hide. Didn't get to see the tunnel, Which they said was right outside. Climbed into an ancient carriage, The seats were strewn with cracks. The old tired horse and driver, Had spent a life time running hacks. He turned and asked so softly, In his gracious Southern drawl. Is there any place right special, That we could take you all. To the old town, then I answered, Where the tall white mansions stand. Southern living at its' finest, In a place so carefully planned. He looked a little shaken, But how was I to know. That at this time in history, This was not the place to go. Ah, but I could see the beauty, For I have a builders eye. In my mind I straightened shutters, Fixed the doors as we drove by. I restored each one to greatness, As we bumped cross the bricks. Then I cleaned out all the gardens Hauled away the cans and sticks. Why I fixed a thousand shutters, And replaced a hundred roofs, As we slowly made the circuit, To the sounds of clopping hoofs. I chanced to see some pictures, A few years later on. And began to see the product, From the work that I had done. Now they truly stand in grandeur, The parks are filled with flowers. And to think 'twas all accomplished, While I rode a couple hours. A thought has just occurred to me For time is not discrete. And there are those among us, Who claim history must repeat. So do we face a future time, When fortunes once more shift, And this part of Old Savannah, Into decay again will drift? But this is our earthly portion, For today is soon the past. Mans designs must surely crumble. Only God makes what will last. Dale Schoepflin
I am from Atlanta. It is a shame that Atlanta did not have people who fought as these people did in Savannah against the short-sighted, artless developers who tore down Atlanta's heritage. John Portman was at fault here among others in Atlanta. Thank goodness for the groups that saved the Fox Theatre in the 1970's. The developers even tried to tear it down. Even though these early preservationists in Savannah saved a lot, too much was lost. The people in Savannah need to go on and make sure that the historical district is protected from the horrendous crime rate by removing the housing projects near it so that people can live there safely.
Birmingham Alabama had no historical foresight.They tore down the beautiful train depot.Was gonna tear down Powell School that mysteriously caught on fire.But someone finally stepped in.
I hope one day they'll implode the hideous Hyatt Regency and put up a scaled back building like the original Neal Blum building that was demolished. Also, though not downtown, but it's sickens me to see how in recent years we allowed Victory Drive to be destroyed by the Truman Parkway overpass. They ripped down enough of Victory Drive to put The Superdome and then didn't even attempt to replace the palm trees and oaks.
I lived in Savannah= Not that Jim was "too gay" he was an obnoxious a-hole. To top that off, the book 'Midnight In The Garden etc.etc. totally ruined Savannah. I remember the beauty of Savannah in the 40's & 50's. But, that was another world.
There are countless cities and towns with generic new buildings, parking lots, Walmarts etc, but there is only one Savannah.
Wow Wow Savannah.. I'm from Lebanon and by mistake i found out about Savannah , and till this moment I'm totally shocked by the beauty and by the magic of Savannah ..the Inner peace i felt after discovering Savannah gives you the feeling when your'e so glad and high and while i was watching the episodes i could find here on youtube, i had the feeling of living the real 1800 s era.... Bless Savannah Georgia !!! and one final word, Savannah People youre so rare.
I live in Georgia I go there
I live here. We love it. Thank you.
Thank you , born and raised here ! And bless you too!
Such a great city! We recently returned from vacationing there and it was so wonderful, we're already making plans to go back for the umpteenth time! The historic homes and buildings are breathtaking. We walk the streets (it's a great walking town), enjoy the outdoor cafes & restaurants, spend time in many of the shade covered squares, always meet so many genuinely friendly people, and we visit Savannah regularly. There's just nothing negative to say, it's wonderful and completely relaxing. Luckily, we live only a few hours drive away, so trips there are easy. May Savannah never lose it's current look and feel, there's no other place quite like it.
God Bless those women for having the guts to preserve not only the history in the south, but American History. Due to their tireless work I plan to visit Savannah & tour every inch. It is truly beautiful. Thank you ladies for preserving Savannah for Americans & the whole world to enjoy.
Don't forget to acknowledge the Black folks who were slaves and help build a lot in Savannah...among other things! SMDH!
I stopped in Savanna on my way to Florida, I was so excited to see it, I was running all over the city taking pictures, I then forgot where I parked my car 😍 so I ran around some more, beautiful little town
I remember my mother going to protest the tearing down of the city market. I emphatically state that there is not credit enough to give to Walter Hartridge, a truly great preservationist who extended a hand of friendship and support to so many willing to put nose to grindstone to help preserve Savannah, including giving strong support to Jim Williams earliest efforts on Congress and St. Julian Streets.
Wonderful to see people I knew in my couple of years working for HSF in the early 70's, starting as an Armstrong summer intern hired to update the inventory map prior to the city ordinance--Beth Lattimore Reiter & Emma Adler. On the first day, the HSF Board toured the rundown historic William Scarbrough House which briefly served as the HQ of HSF after the Davenport House. At the time, the Ships of the Sea museum was on River Street & the beautiful Cruz Del Sur was docked nearby--providing a temporary home for blacksmith/sculptor Ivan Bailey. Such a short snippet of time to be involved but the knowledge & love instilled during that time remains with me still. Sincere thanks to all the people who played a part in making Savannah what it is today.
I love those Beautiful historical houses in Savannah Georgia.
This narrative was inspired by a visit to Savannah in the late 60’s and a ride through the old residential portion of the original city. Savannah was the first “planned” city built in North America and was a beautiful place in its hay day. That portion has since been restored and returned to its original luster with all the parks neatly trimmed and manicured.
Old Savannah
I went down to Savannah
Nearly forty years ago,
And I left there with impressions,
That still cause my mind to grow.
We drove along the river,
Saw the ships all anchored there,
But there was an air of sadness for,
Decay was everywhere.
We beheld the signs of grandeur
Read the plaques drawn on the past.
Saw and touched corroded statues,
That in bronze had long been cast.
Lunched in a quaint old restaurant,
Where the pirates used to hide.
Didn't get to see the tunnel,
Which they said was right outside.
Climbed into an ancient carriage,
The seats were strewn with cracks.
The old tired horse and driver,
Had spent a life time running hacks.
He turned and asked so softly,
In his gracious Southern drawl.
Is there any place right special,
That we could take you all.
To the old town, then I answered,
Where the tall white mansions stand.
Southern living at its' finest,
In a place so carefully planned.
He looked a little shaken,
But how was I to know.
That at this time in history,
This was not the place to go.
Ah, but I could see the beauty,
For I have a builders eye.
In my mind I straightened shutters,
Fixed the doors as we drove by.
I restored each one to greatness,
As we bumped cross the bricks.
Then I cleaned out all the gardens
Hauled away the cans and sticks.
Why I fixed a thousand shutters,
And replaced a hundred roofs,
As we slowly made the circuit,
To the sounds of clopping hoofs.
I chanced to see some pictures,
A few years later on.
And began to see the product,
From the work that I had done.
Now they truly stand in grandeur,
The parks are filled with flowers.
And to think 'twas all accomplished,
While I rode a couple hours.
A thought has just occurred to me
For time is not discrete.
And there are those among us,
Who claim history must repeat.
So do we face a future time,
When fortunes once more shift,
And this part of Old Savannah,
Into decay again will drift?
But this is our earthly portion,
For today is soon the past.
Mans designs must surely crumble.
Only God makes what will last.
Dale Schoepflin
"Southern living at its finest"??? Not for POC, it wasn't. :(
Love Savannah Georgia ❤
This was interesting. I plan to visit Savannah with my kids and now I have a greater appreciation of the buildings.
splendid upload myHSFVideos. I crushed that thumbs up on your video. Keep on up the awesome work.
I am from Atlanta. It is a shame that Atlanta did not have people who fought as these people did in Savannah against the short-sighted, artless developers who tore down Atlanta's heritage. John Portman was at fault here among others in Atlanta. Thank goodness for the groups that saved the Fox Theatre in the 1970's. The developers even tried to tear it down.
Even though these early preservationists in Savannah saved a lot, too much was lost. The people in Savannah need to go on and make sure that the historical district is protected from the horrendous crime rate by removing the housing projects near it so that people can live there safely.
LOL!! So where are the poor and working-poor going to live? I'm sure their ancestors helped that beloved place yet they get pushed out. SMDH!
@@bellaBdaughterofYAHAWAH7 So, do you live in a violent neighborhood?
Love Savannah ❤💕
Such a well made documentary. Thank you! ❤️❤️SAV
Nice Job.
I'm only half-a-day drive from Savannah. I go frequently. Each visit is a revelation.
Take a guided walking tour. :))))
Birmingham Alabama had no historical foresight.They tore down the beautiful train depot.Was gonna tear down Powell School that mysteriously caught on fire.But someone finally stepped in.
I hope one day they'll implode the hideous Hyatt Regency and put up a scaled back building like the original Neal Blum building that was demolished. Also, though not downtown, but it's sickens me to see how in recent years we allowed Victory Drive to be destroyed by the Truman Parkway overpass. They ripped down enough of Victory Drive to put The Superdome and then didn't even attempt to replace the palm trees and oaks.
Jim Williams????
I live hear lol
Is savannah georgia haunted with real ghosts
They say it is but I’ve been on their tours it’s all hogwash
Check the cobblestone streets for fingerprints left by the slaves who hand laid them!
i guess Jim Williams was too gay to mention the 70 homes he saved from the wrecking ball
I lived in Savannah= Not that Jim was "too gay" he was an obnoxious a-hole. To top that off, the book 'Midnight In The Garden etc.etc. totally ruined Savannah. I remember the beauty of Savannah in the 40's & 50's. But, that was another world.
I think it had less to do with his homosexuality and more to do with the fact that he killed a guy.
Liked this except the music in the background was terrible in some parts.
The "old" De Soto Hotel was a 'beauty' and should have been saved. LOOK at the hotel put up there now. Ugh!! Disgusting. Attracts pure Trash.
And now we have Commies trying to tear down all of our history
Of course, being that a whole lot of it is racist. An unfortunate and shameful past (history).
@@bellaBdaughterofYAHAWAH7 What's racist?